PSP60616 · AQF Level 6

Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting

The PSP60616 Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting is the benchmark qualification for senior procurement professionals in the Australian Public Service and state government agencies. It covers end-to-end procurement lifecycle management, from procurement planning and market engagement through to contract administration and supplier performance management.

18–24 monthsOnlineBlendedNationally RecognisedRPL eligible

Qualification code: PSP60616
AQF level: Level 6
Duration: 18–24 months
Delivery: Online, Blended
Price range: From $4,000

What you'll learn

Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) and state government equivalents
Procurement strategy and category management
Market analysis, approach to market, and tender evaluation
Contract design, negotiation, and risk allocation
Contract administration and performance management
Probity, ethics, and accountability in government procurement
Indigenous procurement policy and social procurement requirements

Career outcomes

Typical roles held by graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting. Salary ranges sourced from SEEK Salary Insights 2025.

Senior Procurement Officer (APS5–APS6)

$85,000–$115,000

Contract Manager (Government)

$90,000–$125,000

Procurement Manager

$100,000–$140,000

Category Manager

$95,000–$135,000

Entry requirements

Applicants typically hold a PSP50122 Diploma of Government or equivalent Diploma-level qualification, or a degree, plus at least 2 years of procurement or contract management experience in a government or regulated environment.

RPL available for this qualification

Government procurement officers with 5+ years of experience in tendering, contract management, or category management are strong RPL candidates. Approach to market documents, evaluation reports, and contract performance records can support your application.

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